5.8.4 Determination of lifestyle rating where interim PI is payable
Where interim PI is payable in respect of a PI claim lodged before 1 July 2026, the lifestyle rating for the person's whole person impairment is determined using Chapter 22 of GARP M 2016.
Where interim PI is payable in respect of a PI claim lodged from 1 July 2026, the lifestyle rating for the person’s whole person impairment is determined using Chapter 22 of GARP M 2026.
The lifestyle rating for interim determinations will usually be the bottom of the shaded area of Chapter 22.
If the client has completed option 1 (self-rated) or option 3 (questionnaire) these are to be ignored for interim PI lifestyle assessment.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/military-compensation-mrca-manuals-and-resources-library/policy-manual/ch-5-permanent-impairment/58-interim-permanent-impairment-compensation/584-determination-lifestyle-rating-where-interim-pi-payable